Director, Sustainable Products and Suppliers

**COMPENSATION** **INFORMATION:*** Own and iterate the brand and structure of the assortment* Work with other members of the Sustainability team to prioritize assortment changes and upgrades to meet the needs of customers* Owns the governance process for new certifications / attributes for our assortment* Owns the data flows for Sustainability data across topics* Owns definition of product attribution in our systems* Owns the Sysco Supplier Suite, definition, updated, governance, utilization.* Approver on implementation and prioritization of new data and platforms for Sustainability* Facilitates Business and Technology Teams to create an enabling data and platform environment – with the main objectives of driving sales and* Advises on Business Requirements and road-mapping for planned Sustainability-focused data and tool builds such as platform improvements and reporting updates.* Communicates Sustainable Product and Sourcing needs to Technical teams across Sysco and for multiple platforms/integrations (including but not limited to)* Bachelor’s degree or 4 years equivalent experience, preference for degree in Sustainability, Supply Chain, Hospitality, or Business.* 7 or more years' experience in project/program management, communications, analytics, with sustainability experience preferred* 7 or more years' experience in cross-functional team execution of new strategies/initiatives and associated program management, communications, analytics, with sustainability experience preferred* Solid PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Tableau knowledge and skills* Strategic thinker with ability to work in a matrixed organization.* Diplomatic but persuasive personality capable of aligning stakeholders (internal and external) of varied backgrounds and motivations.* Ability to work productively on independent research, data collection and analysis assignments and as part of a team* Outstanding oral and written communication skills, as well as attention to detail* Strong interpersonal skills and an outstanding ability to communicate with others at all levels of the organization* Energetic, efficient and resourceful team player* Excellent knowledge of product information management and/or Master Data Management.* Competent in Business Modeling and Analysis and comfortable engaging with both Business and Technical Teams* Knowledge of food service distribution and associated supply chains preferred* 7 years or more of experience in merchandising, supplier enablement and/or corporate social responsibility or sustainability positions for a public company, a consulting agency or relevant experience preferred* 7 year or more of experience in Supplier relationship management/topic onboarding and content collection/validation for both eCommerce and reporting (internal/external) enablement.* Good understanding of various sustainable frameworks and standards e.g. Science Based Target Initiatives as well as 3rd party certification programs, e.g. MSC, Certified Humane, etc.* Awareness of Sustainability regulatory and consumer trends and up to date on relevant global sustainability existing issues and emerging topics.* Data management experience, using a variety of tools for data management.* Strong project management skills, with an eye for detail and meeting time-sensitive targets; highly productive, getting plans on paper, tracking of milestones, owning meetings, learning new systems and reporting mechanisms; highly motivated and willing to pivot* Excellent verbal and written communication skills – able to communicate both up and down organizational levels and simplify complicated information to non-technical listeners* Strong Microsoft Office suite experience including PowerPoint, Excel, Word* Curious to learn about new trends, regulations, requirements and standards in sustainability across various markets.* Passionate about sustainability and how companies can positively affect the environment and society.* Ability to collaborate and build alignment and influence among a broad group of internal stakeholders; strong business acumen and ability to translate theory to action.* Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering high-quality deliverables to tight deadlines* Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization.* Ability to take people with you and bring the best out of others.* Knowledge of foodservice preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr